Running out of food usually embarrasses a restaurant, but there are spots across New York that wear it like a badge of honor instead. Why wouldn’t they?
Daily specials sell out fast, sometimes before noon, and once they’re gone, the doors close for the day. That’s definitely something to brag about if you’re a restaurant.
Regulars know to show up early or risk missing out entirely. Waiting until evening here is basically gambling with your dinner plans…